Secret Santa Police Officers in Kansas City, MO are doing their part to reverse the trends and negative stigma that’s been so prevalent in the news lately. It seems as though wherever you turn, you hear stories of racial profiling and excessive force that makes any traffic stop a source of stress for drivers. But not this Christmas season in Kansas City, where these Secret Santa police officers are doing their best to spread Christmas cheer.
Officers in the Jackson County Sherriff’s office coordinated through an anonymous businessman are pulling residents over to hand them wads of cash. Coordinating traffic stops for cars that look like they might need some extra help, these Secret Santa police officers are changing even the most jaded Grinch drivers into Christmas believers.
Video credit – CBS Interactive
Instead of handing out tickets and fix it infractions, these Secret Santa police officers are definitely a heart-warming story you want to share. Many of the motorists in this video above are understandably upset and angry when pulled over and you’ll be shocked at how many just break down crying out of gratitude.
One of the most incredible reactions is from Kansas City resident Jessica Rodriguez. After angrily complaining about being pulled over for no reason, Jessica burst into tears stating there was no way to have a Christmas with three children without this Secret Santa police officer intervention.
And she definitely wasn’t the only motorist to react in this fashion. Just watch the video above to see the wide range of reactions and faces of gratitude. There’s no telling who the anonymous businessman is, but chances are good that his goodwill is a welcome break from the daily grind for these drivers. His Secret Santa police officers program is doing a great job and we applaud these deputies for their work.
What do you think about this video? Have an incredible traffic stop story to share? or one about your own personal secret santa? Leave us a comment below and let us know!
